Legal Question in Credit and Debt Law in Texas

Credit card debt of deceased spouse

Am I responsible for a credit card debt of my deceased spouse?

I was not on the account, He was the sole owner of the account. I did call the company upon his death 5 months ago. I received a collection notice addressed to his estate this week. What am I to do?

Please advise.


Asked on 10/26/07, 10:58 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Sharon Campbell Sharon K. Campbell

Re: Credit card debt of deceased spouse

If the account was your spouse's only, you are not responsible for it. If an estate was opened for your spouse, you should forward the letter to the executor or administrator. Otherwise, don't worry about it.

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Answered on 10/26/07, 5:01 pm


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